§ Mr. Carter Jonesasked the Minister of Transport what investigation his De- 274W partment has conducted regarding the environmental benefits of electric battery vehicles; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FowlerWhile recognising the potential environmental benefits of electric battery vehicles, in terms of the contribution they could make to reduction of noise and pollution in urban areas, my Department has concentrated its studies on the operating characteristics of battery vehicles and their effect on the use of energy in transport.